Introduction

When your Husky pees in the house, it can be one of the most frustrating moments. Whether he is a puppy, a newly adopted member of the family, or a former outdoor dog, correcting this behavior quickly is incredibly important. If you're not sure how to train a Husky to not pee in the house, you've come to the right place.

Huskies are beautiful and unique dogs, but they can be stubborn and are not as eager to please as some other dogs. You've got to earn his respect and create a firm foundation for training. If you've just been introduced to the breed, you may be scratching your head trying to figure out how to train a Husky to not pee in the house. There are a few tips and tricks that will make this easier for you.

Defining Tasks

Before you focus on training, make sure there isn't a medical reason your Husky is peeing in the house. The cause might be a painful bladder infection or a sign that something else is wrong. Starting with a dog you know is healthy is essential. When you know the problem isn't related to health, you can begin training.

Ideally, you will start house training your Husky before he ever has a chance to pee in the house but sometimes that can't be avoided, especially if you have an older dog that is just learning about living inside the house. No matter what, never yell or scare your dog if he does make a mistake and pees in the house. You want to make going outside to pee a fun experience.

Getting Started

Training your Husky to not pee in the house can be straightforward and doesn't require anything too fancy. In fact, many trainers advise against things like puppy pads because they may actually encourage him to pee inside. Here are a few items that can help you during house training.

A leash

High-value treats like cheese or liver

A bell

A "potty spot"

A comfy dog crate

With consistency and hard work, you'll be an expert at teaching your Husky not to pee inside. Look through the three methods below and choose the best one for you and your Husky.

The Schedule Method

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Pick a "potty spot"

Choose a spot outside that you want your dog to use to relieve himself.

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Set a feeding schedule

Feed your dog at the same time every day. this way you can predict at least two times he will need to go out each day.

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Set a bathroom schedule

For the first few weeks, make a bathroom schedule and stick to it. Right when he wakes in the morning, 15 to 20 minutes after he eats, right after play time, right when you let him out of his kennel. Take note of when he needs to pee and stick to it consistently.

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It's time to pee

Each time you get ready to bring him outside, say the same phrase in an excited voice. Your phrase can be something like "It's time to pee!"

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Take him to the spot

Put a leash on him and take him to the spot where you want him to pee. Wait for him to go, and don't look at him or move until he does. You may have to wait a while.

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Reward him for a pee

When he does relieve himself, tell him "good boy" and give him three of those high-value treats.

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Keep an eye out

Keep an eye on your dog and anytime you notice him circling or digging like he might need to go to the bathroom, say "It's time to pee!" and take him out to his spot. Soon he'll realize that peeing outside is fun and rewarding.

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The Bell Method

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Choose a door

Choose which door will be the one you always let the dog out of to go to the bathroom. Hang a bell on the door.

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Ring the bell

Take him out to go to the bathroom through the same door every time. On the way out, ring the bell before you open the door and make sure he is watching.

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3

Take him to the same spot

To start out, take him to the same spot and wait for him to pee. When he does, give him three really good treats.

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4

Ask him to ring the bell

After a week or two of ringing the bell before you open the door, bring him to the door and encourage him to ring it, either with his nose or a paw.

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5

Pay attention to his needs

Anytime you notice him circling or pawing like he has to pee, take him to ring the bell. Soon he'll be ringing the bell on his own.

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The Crate Method

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Set up a comfy crate

Buy a comfy crate for your dog, big enough to stretch out and turn around, but not so big that he could pee in a corner and keep his bedding clean.

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Crate train

Spend time crate training your dog so he enjoys being in the crate.

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Follow a schedule

Create a schedule that your dog can get used to. Take him to pee right when you get up in the morning and first thing when he leaves the crate.

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Make peeing a habit

When you take him outside, make sure he isn't too distracted by being outside to relieve himself. Make this a habit, so he knows when he'll have a chance to pee.

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5

Crate him when you leave

Anytime he will be unsupervised in the house, put him in the crate. This will keep him from peeing in the house when you are gone.

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Keep an eye on him

When he's not in the crate, watch for any indication he has to pee. Circling, pawing the ground or sniffing are indications. Let him outside immediately. Eventually he will tell you when he needs to go, and he'll adjust to his crate schedule.